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Elgin National Watch Co. was in operation from 1864-1968 and was an American pocket watch manufacturer. Manufacturing of Elgin watches took place at their facility in Elgin, Illinois.
Hands down, one of our favorite variations on the American railroad dial: the Blind Man Railroad Dial. This dial is a rarer variation of the traditional railroad dial, distinguished by its oversized Arabic numerals. These large numerals, paired with bold red minute markers along the perimeter and a recessed sub seconds register, create exceptional legibility while maintaining the balanced symmetry of classic American design. Simple yet refined, it captures the essence of early twentieth century utility and elegance. The porcelain-enamel dial remains in flawless condition free of chips, hairlines, or cracks. Beneath the dial lies Elgin Grade 295, crafted in Elgin, Illinois, and completed in 1904. This 15 jewel caliber was produced between 1904 and 1921, making this example one of the earliest produced. The movement features an exposed mainspring barrel and striking damaskeening across the plates that shifts beautifully in the light. Each component was meticulously restored in our Little Rock, Arkansas workshop. Screws and steel hardware were thermally blued by hand over an alcohol lamp (read more here) while the jewel settings and gear train were polished to a golden luster. The result is a flawless union of form and function, honoring Elgin’s precision and craftsmanship at every level.
The timepiece is housed in our 40 mm surgical-grade 316L stainless steel conversion case, designed for one of the best fits available in any conversion. Engineered with both caseback and crown gaskets, it offers water resistance up to 50 meters (though it is recommended to remove the watch before water activities). Fully serviced and carefully inspected, this watch is ready for your next adventure.
Watch Performance
Accuracy: +/- 10 seconds per day
Amplitude: 300 degrees
Beat Error: 1.5 ms
Frequency: 18,000 (5 beats per second)
Power Reserve: 24-30 hours
Complication: Sub second hand
Watch Specifications
Manufacture: Elgin
Location: Elgin, Illinois
Year Manufactured: 1904
Dial Material: Porcelain-enamel (flawless)
Jewels: 15 jewels
Case Diameter: 40 mm
Front Crystal: Domed sapphire
Back Crystal: Flat sapphire
Case Material: 316L stainless
Lug width: 20 mm
Lug to Lug: 48 mm
Height: 13 mm
Serial Number: 10782993
Water Resistance: 50 meters
Warranty: Full 1-Year Warranty
All Frett & Co. Clockworks watches come with a full 1-year warranty unless otherwise stated.